All About Cork: Crann Centre launches its Walk n’Roll fundraiser event

Ovens-based charity the Crann Centre, which supports children, adults, and their families living with neuro-physical disabilities, has launched its fifth annual ‘Walk n’Roll’ fundraiser, which is set to take place next month.

Over the past four years Walk n’Roll has raised more than €110,000.

The charity is asking the public to help them reach this year’s target of €50,000 by doing 5k their own way, and in their own place, between Thursday, June 12, and Sunday, June 15. On Saturday, June 14, the Crann Centre will open its gates in Ovens to welcome client families to walk, roll, push, or pedal their final 1km.

The Crann Centre provides lifelong, life-changing solutions for children, adults, and families living with neuro-physical disabilities through its ‘2 Generation’ model of care.

It supports people living with spinal cord injuries, multiple sclerosis, spina bifida, osteogenesis imperfecta, stroke, and other neuro-physical disabilities.

The Crann Centre’s team of experts include nurses, occupational therapists, counsellors, dieticians and play therapists.

It offers wraparound care programmes with personalised plans for every member of the family.

The centre is home to Ireland’s first fully accessible playground and leisure area, an accessible co-working space for entrepreneurs and professionals with disabilities, and a wheelchair accessible conservation area and nature trail.

The charity supports more than 700 families from Cork, Kerry, and across Munster.

Cork City FC striker Ruairí Keating has been confirmed as this year’s ambassador. He said he has seen first-hand the work that is carried out by the team at the Crann Centre.

“They are continuing to provide vital support to hundreds of families from Cork and across the Munster region,” he said.

“People can get together with friends or colleagues on their lunch break and go for a 5k run, walk, or cycle and help raise funds for this incredible charity.”

Cork City FC will hold a bucket collection for Walk n’Roll at Turner’s Cross when they host Bohemians on Friday, June 13.

Refuge walk-in clinic

From Thursday, an outreach worker from Cuanlee Refuge will hold a monthly walk-in clinic in the Ballincollig Family Resource Centre.

The refuge provides safe crisis accommodation for women and children experiencing domestic abuse and helps women who wish to live independently.

Its professional staff support women and children during their stay. A non-judgmental, open and welcoming service is available.

The walk-in clinic will offer emotional support and directions to the relevant services to anyone dealing with domestic violence, or emotional, physical, economic, sexual, or psychological abuse.

It will take place on the last Thursday of every month, from 10am to 1pm. Contact info@cuanleerefuge.org or 087 385 9743 for more information.

Oriel rebranded as Talbot Hotel

Oriel House Hotel in Ballincollig has been rebranded as the Talbot Hotel Cork.

It follows an investment of more than €500,000 in 2024, part of a broader €1.15m refurbishment initiative over recent years.

Bedroom refurbishments and lobby enhancements are completed, while upgrades are underway to the Talbot Fitness, Ballincollig.

The hotel’s general manager, Janice McConnell, said the rebrand was a testament to the strength and growth of the Talbot Collection.

“By aligning our Cork property under the Talbot name, we are reinforcing our dedication to delivering exceptional food and service by our committed team and creating unforgettable experiences and lifelong memories,” she said.

“Our talented team will continue to be at the heart of these efforts, ensuring every guest enjoys the very best of what we have to offer.”

The new refurbishment works include the installation of electric vehicle (EV) chargers.

The hotel has also said it is “actively planning” for solar panel installation as part of its ongoing sustainability efforts.

Groups at the local library

One of the largest local libraries in Cork city, Bishopstown Library has been serving the south west ward since 2006. There are always a number of events happening every month in the library, and several clubs and groups make their home in its warm and friendly space. With admission free to all, new members are always welcome.

The Bishopstown Writers Group meets every month at 2.30pm on the first Thursday and 6pm on the third Thursday. Three book clubs make their home in the library: The Lucky Dip book club meets at 11am on the first Friday; the Jane Austen book club at 2.30pm on the first Tuesday, and the Glad book club at 2.30pm on the second Monday of the month.

The Arts group meets at 2.30pm every Monday; Knit and Natter, 10.30am, every Tuesday; Cork Handweavers, 10am, the third Saturday: Cork Textile Network, 10am, the first Saturday, and Fite Fuaite quilters club, 10am, first and third Wednesday.

There is a gramophone recital at 3pm, on the last Thursday of the month from June to September. Caint is Comhrá is at 6.30pm, every Thursday from June to September, and the Adult Chess club meets at 2.30pm every Wednesday.

A number of retirement groups meet in the library; the Wilton Go-Getters at 2.30pm every Tuesday; Probus Ladies group meets at 11am on the first and third Wednesday; the Thursday Active Retirement group, 2.30pm, first, second, and third Thursday, and the Wilton Wanderers at 2.30pm on the second and fourth Friday.

Bishopstown Library in Wilton is open from 10am to 5.30pm, Monday to Saturday.

As group meeting times can sometimes change, please check with the library. Email: bishopstown_library@corkcity.ie or telephone: (021) 4924953.

Walk and talk on Wednesday

The Ballincollig Family Resource Centre (FRC) walk and talk group leaves the FRC reception at 10am every Wednesday morning, weather permitting. The walk is open to all and caters to all levels of fitness. For more details, call 021-4876295 or email: info@ballincolligfrc.org.

The numbers drawn in the Ballincollig GAA Club lottery, on Thursday, May 15, were 10, 20, 24, and 28. While there was no winner of the jackpot, there were three consolation prize winners, with €100 going to Liam Brennan, €50 to Jo Henchion, and €50 to John Noonan.

Ballincollig GAA Club lottery

The numbers drawn in last week’s lottery on Thursday, May 22, were 8, 9, 18, and 22. There was no winner of the €12,000 jackpot, but there were three consolation prize winners, with €100 going to Ciara O’Donovan, €50 to Lisa O’Flynn, and €50 to Mary Donovan.

The club has migrated its lottery to its club platform ClubZap and all existing players with remaining credit have been moved across with their same numbers plus their remaining credits. For further information, see ballincolliggaa.clubzap.com.

Thursday evening’s jackpot now stands at €12,200. For further details, please see the club’s social media pages.

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